Kilmarnock FC vs Rangers FC, Premier League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Kilmarnock FC vs Rangers FC — Premier League at Rugby Park.
- Kilmarnock FC 2 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Rangers FC 2 games · 1 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Graeme Stewart
- Referee David Munro
- Referee Don Robertson
- Referee Ralph Gordon
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | St. Mirren FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Motherwell FC | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers FC | 2 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk FC | 2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United FC | 2 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jan | Rangers FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 29 Dec | St. Mirren FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Motherwell FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 22 Dec | Hamilton Academical FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 15 Dec | Dundee FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 08 Dec | Celtic FC | A | 1–5 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jan | Kilmarnock FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 29 Dec | Celtic FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 26 Dec | Hibernian FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 23 Dec | St. Johnstone FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 19 Dec | Hibernian FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 16 Dec | Hamilton Academical FC | H | 1–0 | W |
Season Stats
| Kilmarnock FC | Rangers FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | Position | #9 |
| 0 | Points | 1 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 0 / 0 / 2 | W / D / L | 0 / 1 / 1 |
| 4 | Scored | 2 |
| 9 | Conceded | 3 |
| -5 | GD | -1 |
| 0.00 | PPG | 0.50 |
| 0% | Win % | 0% |
Key Stats
61%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (23 games)
H2H (23 games)
61%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Kilmarnock FC this season
Kilmarnock FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
Kilmarnock FC are 12th (0 pts). Rangers FC are 9th (1 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Kilmarnock FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
–/1
31-45
1/2
46-60
3/2
61-75
–/2
76+
–/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Rangers FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Kilmarnock FC to score. At the same time, Rangers FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 10' Rangers FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 12' A stunning finish from Jermain Defoe — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 12' It’s a booking for Kilmarnock FC player. Daniel Bachmann gets a Yellow card.
- 17' Rangers FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 18' A meaty challenge results in booking for Daniel Bachmann on 18.
- 22' The deadlock is broken! Eamonn Brophy gets on the scoresheet on 22 minutes.
- 27' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 32' Scott Arfield needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Yellow cards this season.
- 33' The referee shows Rangers FC player a Yellow card on 33.
- 38' Greg Taylor has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 1 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 43' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Kilmarnock FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 48' The energy levels are beginning to show. Steve Clarke might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 50' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Alfredo Morelos.
- 55' Supporters expect more eagerness from Gary Dicker, as he is very good at scoring at Rugby Park with 2 goals in the last 2 games.
- 60' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 65' It looks like no one’s ball. Kilmarnock FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 66' GOAL! Jordan Jones scores on 66. Assisted by Greg Tayler
- 70' The referee shows Kilmarnock FC player a Yellow card on 70.
- 70' The whistle greets Steven Davis as he departs to be replaced by Candeias.
- 73' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Eamonn Brophy.
- 78' Scott Boyd, a Scotland , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 79' The crowd applauds Jermain Defoe as he leaves the pitch. Kyle Lafferty steps in for Rangers FC.
- 84' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
- 88' The referee calls foul for Gary Dicker. He receives a Yellow card.
- 89' Kirk Broadfoot gets the nod from Kilmarnock FC. He replaces Eamonn Brophy and will look to change the dynamic.
- 90' Poor challenge from Alan Power. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 90' Kilmarnock FC make a change. Jordan Jones trudges off to be replaced by Mikael Ndjoli on 90 minutes.
- Rangers FC will have plenty to reflect on. Kilmarnock FC were simply the better side today.
Lineups
Kilmarnock FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 26
- 27
- 29
-
11
Jordan Jones ↓ Mikael Ndjoli 90'
- 3
- 16
- 2
- 17
- 8
- 6
-
25
Eamonn Brophy ↓ Kirk Broadfoot 89'
Bench
-
12
Mikael Ndjoli ↑ 90'
- 9
-
5
Kirk Broadfoot ↑ 89'
- 7
- 1
- 10
- 18
Coach
Steve Clarke
Rangers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
9
Jermain Defoe ↓ Kyle Lafferty 79'
-
10
Steven Davis ↓ Candeias 70'
- 20
- 14
- 36
- 37
- 3
- 1
- 8
- 2
- 16
Bench
- 15
- 23
- 19
-
11
Kyle Lafferty ↑ 79'
- 13
-
21
Candeias ↑ 70'
- 17
Coach
Steven Gerrard
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Alfredo Morelos | 7 |
| Cyriel Dessers | 4 |
| James Tavernier | 4 |
| Connor Goldson | 3 |
| Eamonn Brophy | 3 |
| Jeriel Dorsett | 2 |
| Stephen O'Donnell | 2 |
| Scott Arfield | 2 |
Kilmarnock FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
2.07
Kilmarnock FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.05
Rangers FC xG
I would bet for:
Kilmarnock FC or Rangers FC 78% + Over 2.5 goals 77%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Kilmarnock FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.12
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 2.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 3.5 | 58% |
|
42% |
| ± 4.5 | 39% |
|
61% |
Double Chance
Kilmarnock FC or Draw
66%
Draw or Rangers FC
56%
Kilmarnock FC or Rangers FC
78%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
7.7%
2 – 2
7%
2 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
6.9%
3 – 2
4.8%
2 – 3
4.8%
3 – 1
4.7%
1 – 3
4.7%
2 – 0
3.6%
0 – 2
3.5%
3 – 3
3.3%
1 – 0
3%
Asian Handicap — Kilmarnock FC
| Handicap | Kilmarnock FC covers | Push | Rangers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -2 | 11% | 12% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 17% | 61% |
| -0.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| +0.5 | 61% | — | 39% |
| +1 | 61% | 17% | 22% |
| +1.5 | 78% | — | 22% |
| +2 | 78% | 12% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Kilmarnock FC keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
13%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.